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Pasco
Wednesday, August 27th, 2025
Good morning, Pasco. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of August.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WSU Tri-Cities will host a three-hour workshop titled 'Generative AI Essentials: Workplace Applications & Ethical Use' at 9:00 a.m. Sept 18 at the Elson S. Floyd Building so professionals can learn how to use tools like Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT responsibly. Registration costs $149 + seats are limited. Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The TSA banned cordless curling irons and flat irons with gas cartridges (butane-fueled devices) from carry-on bags in Washington because they can be dangerous if punctured. Travelers can still carry battery-operated hair tools if they follow proper guidelines (including lithium battery rules). 610 KONA
- ➤ Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Tuesday that millions in federal funds will be withheld from California, Washington and New Mexico if they do not enforce trucker English language rules—an investigation prompted by a fatal Florida crash showed that although thousands of inspections were conducted since the rules took effect in June, only a few drivers were removed from service. The states have 30 days to comply with the safety standards to avoid losing the funding. FOX 41 Yakima
- ➤ Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said that California, Washington and New Mexico will lose millions in federal funds within 30 days—if they do not enforce rules requiring truckers to understand road signs and speak English after a fatal crash in Florida raised safety concerns. Inspections show that although many violations were found, very few drivers were removed from duty, and officials stressed the need for stricter enforcement to keep roads safe. FOX 41 Yakima
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new study in JAMA Neurology says people with focal epilepsy take about 12 months to stop having seizures as doctors adjust their drug plans—60% eventually become seizure-free even though many have the same or more seizures in the first year. Experts say it takes time to find the right treatment for each patient. FOX 41 Yakima
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Pet owners used upcycled cloth and leftover craft supplies to make simple pet costumes while following safety tips to keep animals comfortable and safe—this DIY project gives them more control over the fit and style. FOX 41 Yakima
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Columbia Crossing Swim
4-6 p.m. — Columbia River — Registration fee required — Compete in a thrilling 1.5 mile open water swim across the scenic Columbia River.
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2nd Annual Car Show by Undertakers Motor Club
1-6 p.m. — Fraternal Order of Eagles — Registration fee applies — Celebrate automotive culture with classic cars, family activities, and local food in the Tri-Cities.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If you want to master something, teach it. If you want to learn something, do it.
~ Richard Feynman
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